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Ukraine Used Storm Shadow Missiles in Attack on Sevastopol, Russia Claims

The Sevastopol governor stated that Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in an attack on Sevastopol, while Russian-occupied Crimea authorities claimed the same. Ukrainian officials reported Russian drone strikes on multiple regions. The attack marks a significant escalation in the conflict.

The Sevastopol governor, speaking on May 27, 2026, confirmed that Ukraine had used Storm Shadow missiles in an attack on the city. This claim was echoed by Russian-occupied Crimea authorities, who accused Ukraine of launching the strike. Ukrainian officials, however, reported that Russian drones had conducted attacks on several regions, including areas in the south and east of the country. The attack on Sevastopol, a key Russian naval base in Crimea, has raised concerns about the potential for further escalation in the conflict.

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PublicRadio Free EuropeMay 27, 02:33 PM
Russia Says Ukraine Used Storm Shadow Missiles Against Sevastopol Amid Cross-Border Air Attacks

Authorities in Russian-occupied Crimea said Ukraine attacked the port city of Sevastopol using Storm Shadow missiles, while Ukrainian officials reported Russian drone strikes on several regions.

IndependentStraits TimesMay 27, 08:49 AM
Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack - The Straits Times

Sevastopol governor says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles in attack  The Straits Times